By Thomas McNally
You have diligently outlined what should become of your children in
the event of your death or disability. You've planned your estate,
appointed guardians and possibly even shared your estate plan with
family members and trusted caretakers. But doesn't something feel as
if it's missing? Perhaps you need to plan provisions for what should
become of your pets once you are no longer able to care for them.
Unfortunately, thousands of Americans overlook their pets when they
plan their estates each year. When these people die, family members
or friends might adopt their pets. But, many times, the pets are
left to fend for themselves. Your pet doesn't have to be left
behind. Include your pet in your estate plan to assure that your pet
receives the kind of care you would give if you could.
Most states allow you to include provisions for how your pets will
be taken care of in your estate plan. These provisions can include
instructions, such as who will take care of your pets, and funds so
that your pet's caretaker can give your pet the proper treatment,
nutrition, and recreation that you have provided during your life.
Either an appointed trustee or a guardian of your choice will
control the funds allocated for your pet. If you name a guardian,
make sure you have discussed his or her role in your pet's life
prior to signing the estate plan. Your guardian should have a safe,
welcoming home for your pet. He or she should be free from allergies
and should take an active role in the care of your pet. The funds
you leave behind can be used to pay for things such as veterinarian
bills, toys, and food for your pet. But, your guardian will need to
give the pet loving care and attention that you have.
If you choose to leave your pet in the hands of an appointed trustee
rather than a guardian, then you are electing to appoint an
individual who will either adopt your pet(s) as his or her own, or
your trustee will be charged with the task of finding a suitable
home. Many times, animal shelters are the trustee. They work hard to
find friendly homes for the animals so that the pets don't end up on
the streets.
Take a few moments to assign a guardian or trustee to care for your
pet. It's a simple task that will give you peace of mind that you've
protected the companion with whom you've shared mutual love and
affection.
Thomas McNally is the staff writer at the National Directory of
Estate Planning, Probate & Elder Law Attorneys. McNally stresses the
importance of finding a qualified estate planning attorney to ensure
that your estate passes to whom you want, when you want, and is
carried out in the manner you've chosen.
You have diligently outlined what should become of your children in
the event of your death or disability. You've planned your estate,
appointed guardians and possibly even shared your estate plan with
family members and trusted caretakers. But doesn't something feel as
if it's missing? Perhaps you need to plan provisions for what should
become of your pets once you are no longer able to care for them.
Unfortunately, thousands of Americans overlook their pets when they
plan their estates each year. When these people die, family members
or friends might adopt their pets. But, many times, the pets are
left to fend for themselves. Your pet doesn't have to be left
behind. Include your pet in your estate plan to assure that your pet
receives the kind of care you would give if you could.
Most states allow you to include provisions for how your pets will
be taken care of in your estate plan. These provisions can include
instructions, such as who will take care of your pets, and funds so
that your pet's caretaker can give your pet the proper treatment,
nutrition, and recreation that you have provided during your life.
Either an appointed trustee or a guardian of your choice will
control the funds allocated for your pet. If you name a guardian,
make sure you have discussed his or her role in your pet's life
prior to signing the estate plan. Your guardian should have a safe,
welcoming home for your pet. He or she should be free from allergies
and should take an active role in the care of your pet. The funds
you leave behind can be used to pay for things such as veterinarian
bills, toys, and food for your pet. But, your guardian will need to
give the pet loving care and attention that you have.
If you choose to leave your pet in the hands of an appointed trustee
rather than a guardian, then you are electing to appoint an
individual who will either adopt your pet(s) as his or her own, or
your trustee will be charged with the task of finding a suitable
home. Many times, animal shelters are the trustee. They work hard to
find friendly homes for the animals so that the pets don't end up on
the streets.
Take a few moments to assign a guardian or trustee to care for your
pet. It's a simple task that will give you peace of mind that you've
protected the companion with whom you've shared mutual love and
affection.
Thomas McNally is the staff writer at the National Directory of
Estate Planning, Probate & Elder Law Attorneys. McNally stresses the
importance of finding a qualified estate planning attorney to ensure
that your estate passes to whom you want, when you want, and is
carried out in the manner you've chosen.
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